United States:
‘Implied Certification' Theory Under The False Claims Act To Be Reviewed By U.S. Supreme Court
17 December 2015
Reed Smith
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The U.S. Supreme Court recently granted certiorari in
Universal Health Services, Inc. v. United States ex rel.
Escobar, No. 15-7, to review the "implied
certification" theory of liability under the False Claims
Act. In recent years, that theory has been applied in a wide
variety of circumstances with increased frequency, exposing
defendants to substantial damages and penalties. Because of
this, the Supreme Court's decision could result in significant
changes to the scope of False Claims Act liability.
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